Unit Award Scheme

122264 FIELD SKILLS: POINT COUNT SAMPLING

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

shown knowledge of

1the key steps of the point count sampling processSummary sheet
2the main ways to ensure every area has an equal chance of being sampled in the given ecosystemSummary sheet
3when it would and would not be suitable to use point count samplingSummary sheet
4at least three advantages of point count sampling of ecosystemsSummary sheet
5at least three limitations associated with point count sampling of ecosystemsSummary sheet

demonstrated the ability to

6comment on at least two different sampling techniques and the associated biasSummary sheet
7take part in the setting up of a point count sampling method on at least one occasionSummary sheet
8analyse, statistically report and document their findings.Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 17 September 2024Level - Level Two